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Roy Orbison

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rockabilly pop pop rock rock and roll rock blue-eyed soul classic rock country country pop folk rock singer-songwriter traditional pop

Roy Orbison continues to be celebrated for his enduring influence on popular music, with recent reflections on his 1960s breakthroughs, his collaborations with legendary songwriters like Joe Melson, and his lasting impact on artists across genres, from Carrie Underwood to Don McLean, whose Grammy-winning song honored Orbison's legacy.

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Roy Orbison

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Louder Sound Jul 8

"I sat next to two speed-crazed bikers, one wielding a gun."On the road with Lynyrd Skynyrd and the Atlanta Rhythm Section: A story of guns and homicidal bass players

Lynyrd Skynyrd Atlanta Rhythm Section Motörhead Roy Orbison

American Songwriter Jul 7

4 of the Biggest Pop Hits From 1964 That Still Sound Amazing Now

The Beatles Roy Orbison Dean Martin The Supremes

Louder Sound Jul 6

"Only badass mofos get to play in Queens Of The Stone Age." The story behind QOTSA's modern rock masterpiece Songs For The Deaf

Queens of the Stone Age Songs for the Deaf Josh Homme Dave Grohl Foo Fighters Yawning Man Kyuss Nick Oliveri

American Songwriter Jul 4

On This Day in 2021, We Said Goodbye to the Rockabilly Star Whose Biggest Hit Was Covered by Elvis Presley and Bobby Bare

Rockabilly Elvis Presley Bobby Bare Sanford Clark Keith Richards Roy Orbison Nancy Sinatra Waylon Jennings

XS Noize Jul 3

LIVE REVIEW: Rick Astley Brings Charm, Hits And Feel-Good Energy To Lincoln Castle

Rick Astley Roy Orbison AC/DC O’Chi Brown RAYE

2 articles Jul 2

The Beatles Elvis Presley Buddy Holly Glenn Miller Bobby Rydell Wings The Isley Brothers Roy Orbison Gerry and the Pacemakers

American Songwriter

American Songwriter Jun 30

Born in Texas 89 Years Ago, the Songwriter Behind “Wind Beneath My Wings” and Hits From Tammy Wynette, Randy Travis, and Tanya Tucker

Tammy Wynette Randy Travis Tanya Tucker Lynn Anderson The Rolling Stones The Kinks Roy Orbison Bette Midler Kenny Rogers

3 articles Jun 29

Charley Crockett Sturgill Simpson Johnny Blue Skies STELLA LEFTY Willow Avalon Cameron Whitcomb Shooter Jennings

Consequence of Sound, Pop'n Music, Saving Country Music

American Songwriter Jun 29

4 Songs From 1961 That Every Baby Boomer Knows by Heart

Rock And Roll Patsy Cline Del Shannon Roy Orbison Faron Young

Post-Punk.com Jun 26

“Black Stars are Shining” — Hamburg’s GIANT CROW Launches Skyward With Post-Rock Ballad “Home”

Giant Crow Richard Hawley Roy Orbison Chris Isaak

American Songwriter Jun 26

How Don McLean Rehashed His First Single for His Last US Top 40 Hit

Don McLean Pete Seeger Roy Orbison

American Songwriter Jun 25

On This Day in 1964, an Operatic Ballad Helped Roy Orbison Pull off an Elvis-Sized Chart Feat

Roy Orbison Elvis Presley

American Songwriter Jun 24

3 Rock Songs From 1963 That Every 60s Kid Still Knows by Heart Today

Roy Orbison Elvis Presley The Angels

2 articles Jun 24

Roy Orbison Patsy Cline Missy Thangs H.C. McEntire Lavender Country Patrick Haggerty

Americana UK, No Depression

Aquarium Drunkard Jun 24

Transmissions :: Don Was

Don Was Bob Dylan Bonnie Raitt The Rolling Stones Ringo Starr Roy Orbison

American Songwriter Jun 22

On This Day in 1980, Don McLean Was at No. 1 in the UK With a Song That Brought Roy Orbison a Grammy

Don McLean Roy Orbison k.d. lang

American Songwriter Jun 20

4 Songs From the 80s That Are Perfect for a Summer Road Trip

Kenny Loggins Bruce Springsteen Natalie Cole Cyndi Lauper Roy Orbison Sammy Hagar

Mixmag Jun 19

Florida hip hop and Miami bass pioneer Uncle Luke is running for US Congress

Luke The 2 Live Crew Mr. Mixx Fresh Kid Ice Roy Orbison

American Songwriter Jun 15

Splendid Isolation: 4 Big Hits With “Lonely” in the Title

Splendid Isolation Roy Orbison John Mellencamp Linda Ronstadt Elvis Presley Peter Asher Jackson Browne

Sun Burns Out Jun 14

Les Instantanés d’Imara #38 – The Smiths

The Smiths Johnny Marr Morrissey Roy Orbison Scott Walker

Louder Sound Jul 8

"I sat next to two speed-crazed bikers, one wielding a gun."On the road with Lynyrd Skynyrd and the Atlanta Rhythm Section: A story of guns and homicidal bass players

Lynyrd Skynyrd Atlanta Rhythm Section Motörhead Roy Orbison

Louder Sound Jul 6

"Only badass mofos get to play in Queens Of The Stone Age." The story behind QOTSA's modern rock masterpiece Songs For The Deaf

Queens of the Stone Age Songs for the Deaf Josh Homme Dave Grohl Foo Fighters Yawning Man Kyuss Nick Oliveri

XS Noize Jul 3

LIVE REVIEW: Rick Astley Brings Charm, Hits And Feel-Good Energy To Lincoln Castle

Rick Astley Roy Orbison AC/DC O’Chi Brown RAYE

American Songwriter Jun 30

Born in Texas 89 Years Ago, the Songwriter Behind “Wind Beneath My Wings” and Hits From Tammy Wynette, Randy Travis, and Tanya Tucker

Tammy Wynette Randy Travis Tanya Tucker Lynn Anderson The Rolling Stones The Kinks Roy Orbison Bette Midler Kenny Rogers

American Songwriter Jun 29

4 Songs From 1961 That Every Baby Boomer Knows by Heart

Rock And Roll Patsy Cline Del Shannon Roy Orbison Faron Young

American Songwriter Jun 26

How Don McLean Rehashed His First Single for His Last US Top 40 Hit

Don McLean Pete Seeger Roy Orbison

American Songwriter Jun 24

3 Rock Songs From 1963 That Every 60s Kid Still Knows by Heart Today

Roy Orbison Elvis Presley The Angels

Aquarium Drunkard Jun 24

Transmissions :: Don Was

Don Was Bob Dylan Bonnie Raitt The Rolling Stones Ringo Starr Roy Orbison

American Songwriter Jun 20

4 Songs From the 80s That Are Perfect for a Summer Road Trip

Kenny Loggins Bruce Springsteen Natalie Cole Cyndi Lauper Roy Orbison Sammy Hagar

American Songwriter Jun 15

Splendid Isolation: 4 Big Hits With “Lonely” in the Title

Splendid Isolation Roy Orbison John Mellencamp Linda Ronstadt Elvis Presley Peter Asher Jackson Browne

American Songwriter Jul 7

4 of the Biggest Pop Hits From 1964 That Still Sound Amazing Now

The Beatles Roy Orbison Dean Martin The Supremes

American Songwriter Jul 4

On This Day in 2021, We Said Goodbye to the Rockabilly Star Whose Biggest Hit Was Covered by Elvis Presley and Bobby Bare

Rockabilly Elvis Presley Bobby Bare Sanford Clark Keith Richards Roy Orbison Nancy Sinatra Waylon Jennings

2 articles Jul 2

The Beatles Elvis Presley Buddy Holly Glenn Miller Bobby Rydell Wings The Isley Brothers Roy Orbison Gerry and the Pacemakers

American Songwriter

3 articles Jun 29

Charley Crockett Sturgill Simpson Johnny Blue Skies STELLA LEFTY Willow Avalon Cameron Whitcomb Shooter Jennings

Consequence of Sound, Pop'n Music, Saving Country Music

Post-Punk.com Jun 26

“Black Stars are Shining” — Hamburg’s GIANT CROW Launches Skyward With Post-Rock Ballad “Home”

Giant Crow Richard Hawley Roy Orbison Chris Isaak

American Songwriter Jun 25

On This Day in 1964, an Operatic Ballad Helped Roy Orbison Pull off an Elvis-Sized Chart Feat

Roy Orbison Elvis Presley

2 articles Jun 24

Roy Orbison Patsy Cline Missy Thangs H.C. McEntire Lavender Country Patrick Haggerty

Americana UK, No Depression

American Songwriter Jun 22

On This Day in 1980, Don McLean Was at No. 1 in the UK With a Song That Brought Roy Orbison a Grammy

Don McLean Roy Orbison k.d. lang

Mixmag Jun 19

Florida hip hop and Miami bass pioneer Uncle Luke is running for US Congress

Luke The 2 Live Crew Mr. Mixx Fresh Kid Ice Roy Orbison

Sun Burns Out Jun 14

Les Instantanés d’Imara #38 – The Smiths

The Smiths Johnny Marr Morrissey Roy Orbison Scott Walker

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